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What are the important dates in the tax year?

• February 2024 - Tax packages are available  online or by mail.
• February 28, 2024 - Deadline for employers and other payers to give you an information slip, usually a T4 Statement of Remuneration Paid, which tells you and the CRA exactly how much you earned in 2021.
• March 1, 2024 - Deadline to make RRSP contributions for the 2021 tax year.
• April 30, 2024 - Deadline for most tax returns. If you owe anything, you must pay by this date or you will be charged interest and/or penalties.
• June 15, 2024 - Deadline for self-employed persons. If you or your spouse/common-law partner had a business in 2023, your 2023 tax return has to be filed on or before June 15, 2024. 
  • However, if you have a balance owing for 1202, you still have to pay it on or before April 30, 2024.

All software programs that are 'EFILE certified' are compatible with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) process and will allow you to submit your return directly to the CRA. EFILE and ReFILE services will re-open in February 2024.

Canadian residency for tax purposes is not the same as residency for immigration purposes. Find out more in Do I have to file a tax return?

For More Information

• Newcomers to Canada - This guide is for first-time tax filers in Canada. It will help you determine if you are a resident for tax purposes, which is not the same as residency for immigration purposes. From the CRA.
• Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - The federal agency responsible for administering tax, benefits and related programs across the country. Their website provides detailed information about tax-related issues.
• Personal Income Tax - Information and answers about tax rates and how to file your return. From the CRA.
• All personal income tax packages - A collection of forms and information sheets that you need to file your income tax return. From the CRA.
• Ontario Taxes and Benefits - Learn about the different tax credits and benefits you can get to help you with living costs when you file your income tax return. From the Government of Ontario.